Name: Chippewa Valley Book Festival: "Writing in Your Own Backyard: Local Columnists On Writing the Chippewa Valley"
Start: 2026-10-21
End: 2026-10-21

Live music, food, Happy Hour and daily drink specials!

The Mousetrap Tavern

BIRD, in business since 2017, has successfully rented e-bikes and e-scooters in communities nationwide. To rent a scooter, users download the Bird app, create an account, and go. Billing continues until the user officially ends the ride.

Bird Scooter Rentals

Micon Cinemas Eau Claire offers movie goers a red-carpet experience, from handcrafted food to locally brewed beverages that can be enjoyed in our VIP lounge or in the comfort of our reclining seats. Enjoy superior sound and imagery, luxury recliners, and reserved seating in our state-of-the-art auditoriums. Movies at Micon Cinemas are all about the sights, sounds, flavors, and comfort.

Downtown Micon Cinema

2 Roots Art & Wine Gallery has over 100 wines by the glass from all around the world. The wine by the bottle list is expanding every week and is available for on premise and off premise. The gallery is full of original one-of-a-kind works of art by local & regional artists. In addition to local and regional art, the gallery offers framing and 18th, 19th, and 20th century artwork. 2 Roots Gallery offers live music multiple times each week. Stop by, sip wine, pair it with charcuterie, enjoy artwork, listen to music, and support local.

2 Roots Art & Wine Gallery

U-pick berries and flower farm with live music.

River and Roots

For the last 4 decades we have been devoted to the search and purveyance of fine antiques, art, and books! We love prints, sculpture, and every kind of Victoriana, from art glass to ephemera. After 42 years downtown we have moved into a smaller space at 508 Water St. and will concentrate more on art related items such as framed art, prints and sculpture. Our interests are diverse and eclectic so expect lots of other interesting things but we do have a special affinity for Paper, in all it's manifestations. We offer one of the largest selections of old etchings, wood engravings, lithographs, paper ephemera and bronze statuary in the Midwest. We guarantee satisfaction with all items purchased from us.

Antique Emporium

The creative vibe and energy of Eau Claire are easy to experience when living at Andante. The location is ideal, close to many community amenities such as the Farmer's Market, Pablo Center at the Confluence, local restaurants, coffee & specialty shops. Andante is a new apartment complex with 76 residential units, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units. Units have upscale modern finishes, many with balconies and excellent views overlooking the Eau Claire River and Phoenix Park. You really can have it all, lifestyle included at Andante.

Amenities include: in-unit washer & dryer, 9-foot ceilings, energy-efficient, stainless steel appliances, large windows for abundant natural light, elegant finishes & designer fixtures, fully furnished units, balcony, pet-friendly, on-site & covered parking options, bike storage, secure package storage, fitness center, elevator access to resident floors, ground-level retail, convenient downtown location, direct access to the Chippewa River State Trail, productivity room, and residential common area (indoor & outdoor).

Andante Vacation Rental

Phoenix Coffee is a new coffee shop in downtown Eau Claire right on the riverwalk, and within a couple minutes walk to Phoenix Park, The Pablo Center, Eau Claire Children's Museum, and other downtown favorites. Phoenix coffee features a full array of espresso and coffee drinks, and non-coffee options. Quick serve food selection include bagels, sandwiches, Kolaches, caramel apple French toast, oatmeal pancakes, scones, and cinnamon rolls. You can expect fast friendly service in a relaxed environment, perfect for grab and go or sitting and enjoying one of the best views of Eau Claire.

Phoenix Coffee

Owen Park is the hammocker’s dream location. Centrally located between UW – Eau Claire’s campus and downtown Eau Claire, Owen Park is home to a classic Eau Claire music venue, bike trail and one of the many playgrounds in our area. During the summer months, dance the night away to music of the Blues while chowing down on some quality local grub. You can expect all of this and more while at Owen Park!

Owen Park

Craving something a little different? Head to The Phoenix Taproom & Kitchen, Wisconsin's largest self-pour taproom, perched right on the scenic Chippewa River in downtown Eau Claire. With 72 rotating self-pour taps—featuring everything from craft beer and cider to wine and N/A options—plus a full cocktail bar, you’ll never run out of new things to try. Our full kitchen serves up bold, creative takes on your favorite bar food, with a menu that’s just as exciting (and ever-changing) as our tap wall. Kick back on our spacious patio with river views, a cold drink, and a round of bags—and stick around for live music most weekends. Whether you’re just passing through or calling Eau Claire home, The Phoenix is where good drinks, good food, and good vibes come together.

The Phoenix Taproom & Kitchen

Located in western Wisconsin, Eau Claire offers sports planners a destination that's easy to reach, easy to navigate, and ready to host. Just 90 minutes from the Minneapolis–St. Paul area and within driving distance of Chicago, Eau Claire is well positioned to welcome teams, athletes, and fans from across the Midwest.

A versatile mix of indoor and outdoor venues supports events across a wide range of sports and competition levels, with tournament-ready fields, courts, ice facilities, pools, trails, and large-scale indoor spaces. Hotels, restaurants, venues, and visitor amenities are conveniently located throughout the community, making it easy for teams to get where they need to be throughout the event.

Visit Eau Claire's sports team works alongside event organizers to help bring the details together, connecting planners with venues, accommodations, local resources, and destination support.

And there's plenty waiting beyond the competition. Eau Claire's walkable downtown, local restaurants and breweries, miles of trails, public art, live music, family attractions, and the Chippewa River give athletes and their families more to experience between games and after the final whistle.

Eau Claire has the facilities to host the event and the destination experience to make the trip worth it.**** Bring the competition, bring the crowd, and come as you are — Eau Claire is ready to host.

Visit Eau Claire

Join Leader-Telegram Sawdust Stories columnists of the past and present–Patti See, John Hildebrand, and Nickolas Butler–for a conversation and mini workshop on how to write the stories closest to home. Through conversation, examples, and guided exercises, participants will explore the short essay writing process–from the spark of an idea to the beginnings of a draft.

Whether you’re a longtime writer, simply someone interested in preserving stories from your family, community, or everyday life, or are just interested in learning more about the writing process, this workshop is for you.

Chippewa Valley Book Festival: "Writing in Your Own Backyard: Local Columnists On Writing the Chippewa Valley"

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